Lead HVAC Technician

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 44,730 - 57,032; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative work culture

Recognition as one of America's Best Employers

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of related work experience, a high school diploma, and strong troubleshooting abilities. The role involves coordinating utility shutdowns, maintaining equipment, and responding to emergency situations. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range between $32.47 and $41.40 hourly, with consistent evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience required in a related field.
• Strong troubleshooting skills are essential.
• Ability to perform maintenance risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and execute emergency breakdown response.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures and scheduling.
• Coordinate utility shutdown requests with departments.

Skills

7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

Troubleshooting

Maintenance risk assessments

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Prioritization: Prioritize assigned maintenance work to properly execute emergency breakdown response. Report to immediate supervisor items affecting or potentially affecting proper and safe operation of plant and equipment. Maintain acceptable backlog of planned maintenance activity. Run service calls, repairing plumbing, electric, mechanical and various types of equipment repairs in a timely efficient manner. Maintain inventory of hospital standard finishes for repairs.
• Assistance: Assist Director or Manager on department systems and functions as directed. Report safety issues and work with Director or Manager to determine action needed to correct. Develop new and update present technical policies and procedures. Attend, as directed, construction rounds and report any deficiencies. Assist the Manager or Director in scheduling workload, work order assignment and plant coverage as directed. Order necessary parts and equipment needed to maintain equipment.
• Troubleshooting: To troubleshoot and repair systems and components and inspect and complete service requests in a timely, efficient manner; assist Director or Manager in day‑day operations for related craft.
• Coordination: Determine priority of job and make needed repairs. Work with contractors on scheduling and repairing equipment. Coordinate utility shutdown request with departments and contractors to ensure proper workflow. Attend construction rounds and report any deficiencies. Troubleshoot emergency and routine calls in HVAC, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and mechanical. Perform maintenance risk assessments prior to work performed on Life Security devices, IE: fire, protection, utilities, HVAC. Respond to water intrusion events quickly to ensure minimal loss and prevent mold formation. Monitor and record moisture levels. Trace roof leaks and report on roof conditions.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

Details

Primary Location: Burnet Campus

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Evening (United States of America)

Department: Building Maintenance

Employee Status: Regular

FTE: 1

Weekly Hours: 40

Expected Starting Pay Range: Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $32.47 - $41.40

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as at the top 10 best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

Comprehensive Job Description Provided Upon Request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability